Ferm BSM4001 is a powerful brush cutter for trimming grass and weeds around the garden. The robust motor and strong cutting line make it easy to remove thick growth. With the adjustable cutting head and ergonomic handle, you can work comfortably and efficiently, even in hard-to-reach areas.
Ferm BSM4001 is a powerful brush cutter for trimming grass and weeds around the garden. The robust motor and strong cutting line make it easy to remove thick growth. With the adjustable cutting head and ergonomic handle, you can work comfortably and efficiently, even in hard-to-reach areas.
Ferm B.V. • P.O. Box 134 • 8280 AC Genemuiden-NL • Web: www.ferm.com 0208/09
Ferm Belt Sander
FBS-800
USER’S MANUAL
Ferm art.nr: 730680
Screwfix art.nr: 13785
UK Subject to change
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FERM FBS-800 BELT SANDER
USERS MANUAL
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PACKAGE CONTENTS
1 Belt sander
3 Sanding belts
1 Dust collection bag
1 Instruction manual
1 Safety instructions
1 Guarantee card
Check the machine, loose parts and accessories for
transport damage
PRODUCTINFORMATION
1. On/off switch
2. Front handle
3. Rear handle
4. Blocking switch
5. Dust collection opening
6 Adjusting knob
7. Sanding belt fastener
8. Front belt roller
9. Direction indicator
10. Drive belt cover
11. Dust bag
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
This product is complete with a pre-wired mains plug, If
the plug needs replacing follow these instructions.
This sander is double insulated in accordance with EN
50144 therefore no earth wire is required.
Wire correctly
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in the following
way:
BLUE -Neutral
BROWN -Live
Securing wires
Secure wires carefully and firmly to the correct termi-
nals. Secure the mains cable in the plug cord grip firmly
Fit a 13-amp fuse. If a 13amp (BS1363) plug is used a (BS
1362) ASTA approved 13-amp fuse must be fitted.
Recycle/Dispose of old plug and cable Prevent inadver-
tent connection to socket and risk of electric shock.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following pictograms are used in these instructions for use:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or
damage to the tool in case of non-observance of the
instructions in this manual.
Carefully read this manual before using the machine.
Make sure that you know how the machine functions and
how to operate it. Maintain the machine in accordance
with the instructions to make sure it functions properly.
Keep this manual and the enclosed documentation with
the machine.
Blue
(Neutral)
Green & Yellow
(Earth)
Brown
(Live)
Fuse
(5 Amp)
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10
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Voltage | 230 V~
Frequency | 50 Hz
Power input | 800 W
No load sander paper speed | 280m/min
Sanding belt size | 75 x 533 mm
Sanding pad size | 75 x 160 mm
Weight | 3.0 kg
Lpa (Sound pressure) | 88.6 dB(A)
Lwa (Sound power level) | 101.6 dB(A)
Vibration value | 3.511 m/s2
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SPARE PARTS LIST
EXPLODED VIEW
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Ferm products are manufactured to high quality stan-
dards they are safe and fit for purpose at time of sale, but
all tools can be dangerous if the correct precautions are
not taken.
Always follow these instructions, do not carry out the
operation until you are sure you can do so in safety.
Remember to consider the work environment for safe
operation as well as safety for tool use.
Warning! When using electric tools, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Read all
these instructions before attempting to operate this product.
Save these instructions for future reference.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Use Personal Protection Safety Equipment
Protect eyes with safety glasses or goggles note: the use
of safety protective eyewear without the CE mark can
lead to serious injury if the lens breaks. A suitable dust
mask should be worn if cutting, drilling or sanding is
dusty, in particular chipboard or MDF.
Approved safety footwear and headgear should worn as
appropriate, for example on building works or when
heavy weights are involved. Wear suitable gloves and
apron to protect against sparks/debris. Wear earplugs
or ear defenders.
Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. It can get caught
in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended
when working out doors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
Stay alert
Watch what you are doing Use common sense. Do not
operate tools when tired or after taking alcohol or pre-
scription/ non-prescription drugs.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY
Warning! Be aware this sander can produce fine
dust, which can be hazardous to your health.
Some older painted surfaces may contain harmful lead –
clean the area and tool thoroughly after sanding.
Always use a suitable mask, eye protection, gloves and use
dust extraction during sanding and cleaning.
Concentrate
Routine and repetition can lead to mistakes. Remember
that a slight lack of concentration can result in serious
injuries in a split second
Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
Consider the work environment
Do not expose power tools to rain or use them in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not use
power tools in the presence of flammable liquids,
vapours or gases.
Guard against electric shock
This unit contains dangerous voltages. Use a RCD (residual
current device) to provide protection against electrical shock.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes,
radiator, ranges or refrigerators).
Keep children and pets away
Do not let children or pets come into contact with the
tool, extension cable or work area.
Do not force the tool
It will work better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended.
Use the right tool
Do not force small tools or attachments to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool. Do not use tools for purposes for which
they were not intended; for example do not use a circular
saw for cutting trees or logs.
Do not abuse the cable
Never carry the tool by the cable or pull it to disconnect
it from the power socket. Keep the cable away from heat,
oil and sharp edges. Do not touch the metal plug pins
when connecting or removing the plug.
Do not over-reach
Keep a proper footing and balance at all times.
Disconnect tools from power supply
When not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits and cutters. Always
switch off and unplug the sander from the power supply
before making adjustments or changing abrasive belts.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Ensure that they are removed from the tool before swit-
ching on.
Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry plugged in tools with your finger on the
switch. Check that the switch is off before plugging in to
socket.
Extension cables
Use only three core earthed extension cables suitable
for the power input of the tool (minimum cable size
1.5mm2). Plug into an earthed socket only.
When using a cable reel unwind it fully. Do not use long
extension cables.
Outdoors use
If the tool is suitable to be used outdoors, only use an
extension cable intended for outdoor use and marked
accordingly. Use a RCD (residual current device) to pro-
vide protection against electrical shock. Do not use in
rain or damp conditions.
Connect a dust extraction device
Whenever there are facilities for fitting a dust or fume
extraction system, make sure it is connected and used.
Use recommended accessories
The use of any other accessory or attachment other than
recommended in the instructions or catalogue may pre-
sent a risk of personal injury. Use an extension cable with
a minimum conductor size of 1.5mm2.
When using a cable reel unwind it fully.
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SPARE PARTS LIST
POS. DESCRIPTION FERM ET-Nr.
01 +02 CARBON BRUSH HOLDER 409000
03 + 04 CARBON BRUSH SET 409001
05 BELT WHEEL 409002
06 BEARING 608-2Z 800608
08 ROTOR 409003
16 STATOR 409004
17 BEARING 626-2Z 800626
21 + 50 NEEDLE BEARING HK081210 801211
22 SPINDLE 409005
23 ROLL 409006
26 SWITCH 409007
31 BASE PLATE 409008
41 BELT WHEEL 409009
43 + 45 BEARING 627-2Z 800627
44 SPIRAL GEAR 409010
47 BIG GEAR 709011
53 DRUM 409012
55 ADJUSTING KNOB 409013
73 BELT COVER 409014
67 + 68 DUSTBAG COMPLETE 409015
61 DRIVING BELT 409016
MAINTENANCE, CARE AND
REPAIR
Switch off and unplug the machine before carrying
out any cleaning or maintenance work.
CLEANING
Wear personal protection equipment during cleaning
Do not use water or flammable liquids to clean the san-
der, clean with a soft brush.
FAULTS
Switch OFF immediately at the mains plug and
remove the plug when:
- The plug or cable is damaged.
- The switch on the machine is defective.
- You smell or see smoke caused by scorched insula-
tion in the machine.
Overheating
– Put less pressure on the workpiece.
- The dust is not removed
- Clean the dust extraction opening.
- Empty the dust extractor bag.
The machine does not start when switched on
- Check the mains lead and the fuse/plug. Take to your
Ferm Dealer for repair.
- The motor is defective. Take to your Ferm Dealer.
There are no user serviceable/repairable parts
inside this machine. Qualified service engineers
must carry out repairs and servicing.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep the tool clean for better and safer performance.
Follow instructions for changing accessories. Inspect
tool and extension cables periodically and if damaged,
have them repaired by a qualified person or authorised
service body.
Check for damaged parts.
Do not use a tool with damaged parts, before further use
a damaged tool must be carefully checked by a qualified
person to determine that it will operate properly. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding or breakage of
parts, mounting and other conditions that may affect its
operation.
A damaged part or guard should be properly repaired by
an authorised service centre, unless indicated otherwise
in the instruction manual. Have defective switches repla-
ced by an authorised service centre. Do not use a tool if
the switch does not turn on and off.
Have your tool repaired by an expert
This appliance is manufactured in accordance with rele-
vant safety standards. Only experts must carry out repai-
ring of electrical appliances, otherwise considerable dan-
ger for the user may result.
Storing tools
When not in use tools should be stored in the dry, out of
reach of children.
ENVIRONMENT
Recycle the packaging according to the identification
marks on it.
At the end of the product or its accessories life please
recycle where facilities exist - phone the Helpline for
current advice on recycling.
GUARANTEE
The guarantee conditions can be found on the separately
enclosed guarantee card.
We declare under our sole responsibility that this
product is in conformity with the following
standards or standardized documents
EN55014-1, EN55014-2,
EN50144-1, EN50144-2-4.
EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
in accordance with the regulations.
98/37/EEC
73/23/EEC
89/336/EEC
from 01-05-2001
GENEMUIDEN NL
W. Kamphof
Quality department
For any queries relating to operational or safety
matters contact:
Ferm Customer Helpline on: 0115 966 1199
Monday-Friday 8am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 1 pm
CE
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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USING THE BELT SANDER
The sander is designed for sanding wood, removing
rust, sanding metal and polishing only. This
machine is designed to be used hand held only - do not fix to a
bench with clamps or vice.
Ensure the sander is switched off and unplugged.
BEFORE OPERATING
- Check the voltage on the sander corresponds with
your power supply voltage and that the plug and lead
are in good condition.
- You have the correct type of abrasive. Depending on
the finish required use coarse grade 50 for
rough/uneven surfaces and medium grade 80 for
more even surfaces, finally finish with fine grade 120.
- The sander is only for use on dry surfaces – it is not
designed to be used in wet or damp conditions -Do
not use water as a lubricant/cutting medium or wet
and dry abrasive paper.
- Use abrasive belts designed for the sander – install
facing the right way.
- Ensure you have and wear suitable personal protec-
tion equipment during sanding and cleaning.
- Route the mains lead away from work area.
- Run idle for 30 seconds - if there is any abnormal
vibration or other fault – switch off, inspect and rec-
tify before continuing.
Fitting the dust collector bag
Refer to illustration below
- Dust collector bag (supplied) – the dust bag attaches
to the opening (5) at the side of the machine.
- Push the bag assembly (11) onto the dust exhaust
hole firmly.
- During use empty bag frequently, there is a zip at the
rear of the bag for this purpose.
Fitting/replacing the abrasive belts
Refer to illustration below.
- Only use abrasive belts that are suitable for this san-
der. Do not cut belts, which are too wide to fit, it is
dangerous and will result in damage to the transport
mechanism.
- Put the machine on its side with the drive belt cover
(10) downwards.
- Pull the lever (7) outwards and to the left as far as it
will go.
Remove the old belt from machine.
- Position the new belt on to the sander making sure
that direction arrows on inside of the belt face the
same way as the direction indicator (9) on the
machine.
- Line up the belt so that it sits squarely on the front and
rear rollers and is fully home.
- Close the lever to the right to lock the belt in place.
- Aligning the belt.
- If the belt does not run parallel to the outside edge of
the machine adjust it by turning knob (6) clockwise to
move the belt to the inside and anticlockwise to
move to the outside. Make sure the machine is tur-
ned off and unplugged during adjustment.
OPERATION
- Make sure the switch on the sander is OFF.
- Plug into a suitable mains supply; check the cable is rou-
ted well away from moving parts and switch on at plug.
- To switch the sander ON– Press the trigger switch (1)
- Continuous operation - press button (4) in while trig-
ger switch is depressed then release trigger switch –
the machine is now in continuous operation mode.
- To switch OFF – release trigger switch (depress and
release in continuous operation mode).
DURING USE
- Let the machine come to full speed before using – this
helps to stop the belt getting clogged.
- Use gentle pressure – excessive pressure will clog
the abrasive paper and slow the sanding action.
- Regularly inspect the abrasive during use (switch off
first) for signs of damage or wear and replace as
required.
- Keep the machine moving – this allows the debris to
be cleared easily and increases the life of the abrasive.
- Do not sand wood directly up and down the grain –
keep the sander at an angle of 15o to the grain.
- Keep the ventilation slots clear – clean dust and
debris with soft brush (switch off and unplug first).
- Always use the dust bag supplied, it does not provide
complete protection from very fine dust, therefore it
is strongly recommended that a suitable dust mask
should be worn in addition to other personal protec-
tion items.
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Ferm BSM4001 is a powerful brush cutter for trimming grass and weeds around the garden. The robust motor and strong cutting line make it easy to remove thick growth. With the adjustable cutting head and ergonomic handle, you can work comfortably and efficiently, even in hard-to-reach areas.
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